Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.54
- Local median
- 0.31
Little Hands, Big Hearts Academy 2, LLC
541 S Volusia Ave, Orange City, FL 32763
- License:
- C07VO0516
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 63
- License expiration:
- April 13, 2027
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,231 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083 - $1,231/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 - $56.80
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Volusia County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMarch 5, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsNovember 18, 2025
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Little Hands, Big Hearts Academy 2, LLC from March 6, 2023 through March 5, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 5, 2026 and involved background screening.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 2
3 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32763
Compared to 15 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 23%
- Local median
- 9%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 38%
- Local median
- 23%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.67
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 8, 2025March 5, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
July 19, 2024March 6, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- This facility has 12 staff; licensing specialist removed 1 staff who is no longer employed at this facility and added 2 new staff to the CARES sytem. Licensing observed 2 staff members had expired Abuse and Neglect forms. Provider had staff sign a new form at time of inspection. 7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist observed a staff member had an incorrect Good Moral Character form signed. Provider had the staff member sign the correct form dated July 2024 at time of inspection. 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents Background screening documentation must be maintained for all child care personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. . B. CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(a), F.A.C ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Training [SR]
- Report comments
- During review of trainings licensing observe a staff member did not complete her 10 hours Inservice for July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. Staff member will have classes completed by 7/25/2025. 4.2.7 Annual In-Service Training Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock- hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. A. The annual 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentration on children ages birth through 12 must be completed in one or more of the following areas (college level courses will be accepted): ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- In reviewing staff files licensing counselor observed that a staff members screening was more than 90 days between employment. Director submitted a resubmission of finger printing on the day of inspection and waiting on results. This must be completed by 7/25/2025. 5.2 Re-Screening A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening. C. Childcare personnel must be re-screened following a break in employment in the child care industry that exceeds 90 days. Childcare personnel/individual with a break in service that exceeds 90 days are considere unscreened child care personnel/ind ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [slides and swings] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Specialist observed that mulch under slides and swings have not been replenished. Provider will replenish by 3/27/2025. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. 1. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A wading pool, or inflatable water slide with a landing area where water collects, was used by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, H
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed two inflatable pools. One was still full of water. There were 2 others not being used but on the premises. Counselor gave provider technical assistance and had her deflate the pools. Provider removed the pools and will no longer use them on water days. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment H. Wading pools, including inflatable water slides with a landing area where water collects, are prohibited.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-10
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Report comments
- In reviewing staff members in the BGS roster, counselor found that there were employees missing on the roster. This is due to be completed by 3/31/2023. 5 Background Screening 5.1 Initial Screening A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arrest, pending criminal charge, or conviction, and must use this information in employment decisions in accordance with state laws. K. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 1 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 31, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe your current process for ensuring all staff background screening documents remain up to date and accurate?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an official inspection in March 2026 show that a staff member's Good Moral Character form was not correctly completed. Asking about current processes helps parents understand how the center maintains compliance with personnel documentation requirements.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and verify that all staff members complete their required annual in-service training hours?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2025 noted that a staff member had not completed the required annual in-service training. This question helps parents understand the center's current system for monitoring staff professional development and training compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for inspecting outdoor play areas to ensure that surfaces under equipment remain safe and properly maintained?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from March 2025 show a finding regarding the maintenance of ground cover under playground equipment. This question allows parents to learn about the center's ongoing maintenance schedule for outdoor play spaces.
Related violations
General question
How do you ensure that all new staff members are properly oriented and that their personnel files are fully complete before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center manages staff onboarding and recordkeeping helps parents feel confident that all personnel meet necessary standards before interacting with children.
General question
What is your center's policy for communicating with families about changes in daily routines or updates to safety procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication practices are essential for parents to stay informed about the daily environment and any operational adjustments made to support child safety.